Finally, a phonics primer that's not un-bear-able Written by elementary reading specialist Kevin Bolger, Lazy Bear, Crazy Bear is a collection of zany cartoons carefully designed to teach all five long vowel sounds. Bold, graphic illustrations from award-winning artist Ben Hodson and carefully controlled text make Lazy Bear, Crazy Bear perfect for both beginners just learning to decode and for older or reluctant readers who need a refresher in foundational phonics rules.

Readers who go wild for Lazy Bear, Crazy Bear can also brush up on their short vowel sounds with the companion book, Gran on a Fan.

Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts

Author: Kevin Bolger
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 06/23/2015
Pages: 40
Weight: 0.5lbs
Size: 9.10h x 7.10w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9780062285980
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 1.7
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 176420 / Lazy Bear, Crazy Bear: Loony Long Vowels


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 04/15/2015

About the Author
Bolger, Kevin: -

Kevin Bolger, an elementary reading specialist who has taught primary and beginner readers for more than fifteen years, is the author of Zombiekins, Sir Fartsalot Hunts the Booger, and the three previous books in this beginner reader series: Gran on a Fan; Lazy Bear, Crazy Bear; and Fun with Ed and Fred. He lives in Ottawa, Canada.

Hodson, Ben: -

Ben Hodson is an award-winning illustrator of more than twenty children's books, including Gran on a Fan; Lazy Bear, Crazy Bear; and Fun with Ed and Fred. He lives and works in Peterborough, Canada.